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SUNY College at Potsdam Reviews

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  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Patricia from Stillwater, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors here are exceedingly helpful. They are always available by phone or office hours and show concern for your grades. They even cordially invite you and other students to their houses for smores and pizza! It's a reassuring feeling to be able to enter a classroom knowing whether you learn this material in the 50 minutes of class or not, you're going to learn it by the end of the week because your professor is on a tag team with you to achieve the grades you are capable of!
    Am enjoying being here

    It's a small town. You wouldn't know it was coming on you drive up because all you see is forests, fields, farms, and the Amish with their vegetable stands. Then out of nowhere, the Potsdam sign rises and it becomes a college town with Clarkson University, SUNY Canton, and St. Lawrence a few miles apart. The roads are mildly busy and the atmosphere is calm. It's not the city life, but it isn't deserted. There's a newer Super Wal-Mart (within 15 minutes) where you'll find more college students buying mostly milk and cereal supplies. And the busier part of town consists of some coffee shops, a movie theatre, book store, and assorted restaurants. The people are friendly and closely knit. You'll find something to do if you’re looking, but when it gets cold you're not going to want to leave your dorm or apartment unless you're used to the weather. But from what I hear, it only costs $10 to go skiing/ snowboarding with the school at the end of each week! It’s home sweet home if you ask me.
    Bang for the buck

    The educational cost is like any other SUNY school. Its WAY cheaper than Clarkson University or any private schools, but the price to live there is approximately the same if not MORE than the cost of classes. For this reason, I am continuously seeking scholarships to continue my stay. My parents are helping me with the educational costs, but the cost of dorms and board are excessive like any other school. While you're there, you'll say It's so worth it, but once you get home and see your savings balance, you'll wonder how you're going to get by without having to spend over $300 a month in loans when you graduate. Still, I don't regret moving away for school. It's an experience you can only live ONCE…and one you’ll never forget.
    Tips for prospective students

    You need to visit this college before attending because you'll either love the atmosphere or you'll have a horrible time. For most, it's an all or nothing experience considering the extreme temperatures and location.
    Great for these types of students

    A lot of people I've met are attending Crane School of Music...others are planning on becoming teachers or are attending the 3-2 program with Clarkson or SUNY Binghamton for engineering. But there's a great variety in majors considering it's a liberal arts school.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Robert from Center Moriches, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The smaller class size allows for individual attention. Most of the teachers are friendly and very helpful.
    Am enjoying being here

    Its a nice, small town. Great if you're looking to get away from a big city.
    Bang for the buck

    Being a SUNY school, the cost of attendance is reasonable.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for students who aren't fond of large cities and who love adventures outside.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Stephanie from Macedon, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Great school full of friendly people. I was nervous about being so far away from home, but all the people here can be truly wonderful. The programs that are set up for freshman are brilliant.
    Tips for prospective students

    Try out a FIG if there is one that's close to what you want to do. You'll meet a lot more people with similar interest to you and also be living with only freshman, which can be a big plus. Since you all are in the same boat.
    Dorm Life

    The freshman dorms are really nice. Then for your second year there's a wide range of rooms to choose from.
    Food and Dining

    PACES does a great job providing something for everyone, even vegetarians and vegans. Also people who cannot have gluten.
    What to do for fun

    There's something here everynight of the week! Also Hurley's in town has a great band competition which is alot of fun to go to.
    Bang for the buck

    As a state school it doesn't cost as much as other schools, however I feel like I get more for my money here then I would at the private schools I had been also looking at when applying.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Movie night in the Union. It happens around every three fridays during the year, they play a movie in the Union dining center and there's usually some sort of craft you can make at the same time.
    Great for these types of students

    All types, diversity on the campus is wonderful and don't worry about not fitting in cause with the amounts of clubs you'll find something.
    Clubs and Activities

    Almost to many to choose from!
    Greek Life

    There are quite a few here if you're into that sort of thing, however alot are being dropped from expected frats because of drinking related things.
    Campus Safety

    We have actually police on campus, UP, who protrol all day in their cars around campus and keep everything safe!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Dina from Chazy, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The college is wonderful. A lot of the teachers are close to their students and really know how to teach. They explain things that you wont understand too. I have learned a lot, especially from my COMP 101 class since I am not that great of a writer. I have also become a little more accepting of public speaking due to COMM 100.
    Am enjoying being here

    The town is so small and you really get to know every one. It is just like my town so I enjoy it. Also everything is in a 15 minute walking distance and is just beautiful. All friendly people =D
    Bang for the buck

    The college is slightly expensive but definitely worth it and will be the best experience of your llife
    Tips for prospective students

    Make friends with your teacher. Do you homework, do NOT procrastinate. Join a few clubs to make new friends. Go to the many activities held on campus =D
    Great for these types of students

    Any type

    SUNY Potsdam is extremely accepting of any person

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Glen from Schenectady, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Every professor I have had has been competent in their area. On occasion I have had problems understanding certain preofessors method of teaching and I utilized the schools tutor programs.
    Am enjoying being here

    People are great. Food is better than most colleges and a lot of outdoor stuff to door,as well as indoor games and activities. It can get pretty cold during the winter but activities and nature is plentiful.
    Bang for the buck

    I would have to say the experience here is worth the money. I keep coming back because there is a certain atmosphere that makes you want to stay through the easy and the hard times.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be open-minded, there are a lot of different backgrounds here. Don't let your personal assumptions stop you from experiencing new things. Also, get out there and meet the faculty. There are so many opportunities to better your future that you can only find out by talking to people.
    Great for these types of students

    Everyone. I can honestly say no matter who you are as a person or a student there is something for you here.

  • 2 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Katie from De Kalb Junction, NY

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Visit the campus and observe the atmosphere. It's very welcoming.
    Great for these types of students

    Students who like personal attention from the professors in a small classroom setting.

  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Amy from Kingston, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 0 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Christina from Baldwin, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 1 out of 6 people found this review useful.

    Becca from Oneonta, NY

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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  • happy-student

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Great college is you want go away form home. Friendly campus community. students from all over the world.
    Tips for prospective students

    Socialize with the campus community by going to club meetings. Use most of the campus resources. Go to class everyday!.
    Academic Rigor

    Students are very focus on what they are doing. Teachers are great helpers. The environment is helpful.
    Dorm Life

    Its a very fun place, will feel like home in no time. the rooms can be a little bigger. and what i love the most its really cozy in the winter.
    Food and Dining

    EXCELLENT, unlike other colleges there is a wide diversity of food. more than 3 food facilities inside of campus and their staff its very friendly. you can always order delivery from the Chinese place in town.
    What to do for fun

    In the summer you can go swimming to the pool, or the lake. In the winter you can still use the indoor pool, play games, go to the movies in town or ice skating in the school gym building. and there is a park just to relax there.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There is this tradition that on the buildings where the freshmen live there are spirit competition who has more bear pride (bear the school mascot) lol.
    Great for these types of students

    For independent people!
    Clubs and Activities

    too many for me to name them all!
    Greek Life

    So much fun and they sponsor many fun activities .
    Campus Safety

    The town police office is inside campus, right in the middle!

  • Stacie from Auburn, ME

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    SUNY Potsdam is a good sized campus in the middle of nowhere, but Clarkson University is nearby if you need to see new faces. The atmosphere here is friendly and there are lots of food options. Overall, SUNY Potsdam is a great college, despite the long winters.
    Tips for prospective students

    Bring rainboots. Potsdam doesn't have puddles, it has lakes.
    Park were your supposed to. The university police are not lazy when giving out parking tickets.
    Buy a doormat, especially for the winter. It's amazing how much dirt can get tracked into your room.
    If you are a light sleeper, avoid living in the buildings that are currently under construction (Bowman South).
    Academic Rigor

    It depends on the class, but so far I have not had any classes that I have not been able to do well in. If you pay attention and do your work, the professors will like you a lot better, and getting connections to professors is the first step towards acquiring an internship.
    Dorm Life

    There are lots of activities within the dorm for people to get to know each other and have fun. Overall, people are friendly and usually respect quiet hours. However, there are some exceptions. Also, after a weekend there may be a few obscene pictures drawn on the walls in the stairway or in the basement. The most extreme case of vandalism I saw was the exit sign ripped from the ceiling. Fire alarms also tend to go off a lot in Bowman and Lehman, usually in succession, then it's quiet for a few months. Besides those usual disturbances, dorm life is fun and I love my floormates.
    Food and Dining

    Campus food in general is nothing compared to a home cooked meal, but Potsdam has a lot of food options. There is the Lehman Dining Hall, the Union Dining Court, Becky's Cafe and Becky's Place, the Crane Commons, and Dexter's. There are many meal plan options, from weekly plans to semesterly plans, and they range in size so if you are a hungry buddy then you can get a bigger meal plan. There are also lots of good off-campus food options, from Maxfields, a fancy restaurant, to Little Italy, a pizza place. I would also recommend Billy's deli sandwiches.
    What to do for fun

    There are lots of physical activities that you can do. There are tennis courts, a basket ball court, a racket ball area, an indoor and outdoor track, and an ice rink where you can rent skates for free. There are lots of events, such as plays or concerts. Hurleys is open underneath the Lehman dining hall and it usually has music or comedy acts going on. Off-campus, there are some stores on Market street. There is a beach a few minutes away, as well as a waterfall and hiking trail. Watertown is an hour away and has a mall. There is also the Roxy move theater on Main street.
    Bang for the buck

    To get the bang for your buck, you should really get to know your professors. Talk to them and make connections with them, because it is they who will be writing recommendations for you, nominating you for awards, and offering you internships and jobs.
    Also, take advantage of the activities offered at Maxcy, the fitness center. The ice rink is always there, and so is the exercising room, and there are zumba classes offered on various days of the week.
    If you want the bang for your buck, get out of your room.
    Greek Life

    Greek life is very prevalent on campus anda great way to make friends, not only with the greeks at Potsdam, but also at the neighboring universities, such as Clarkson.
    Campus Safety

    The University Police are prevalent on campus and are readily available if you need them. There are very few incidences of violence or assault. If there is a problem, such as a increase in stolen property, then they will notify you via email and make sure everyone is aware of the problem and taking the steps to prevent them.

  • Charity from Caledonia, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Overall, the school has a really good education program. They, however, make you take courses that I feel are unnecessary for certain people with certain majors. Campus life is very good. All the people are very friendly.
    Tips for prospective students

    For prospective students, make sure you study hard for all of your classes. Do not slack off. It will catch up with you. Also, when you go on breaks, bring your outside of class work with you, it is essential.
    Academic Rigor

    Do not back talk to your professors. They are the authority. If they tell you to do something, you better do it. Also, make sure you complete all outside class work. It will prepare you for upcoming classes.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life is great! However, I had to switch roommates the second semester because of issues we had. Sometimes the halls at night get a little hectic, but other than that it is fine. The rooms are pretty well nice sized.
    Food and Dining

    The food here is really good, especially there flat breads. However, they serve the same types of food over and over. I would like a variety. Overall, the food is extremely good.
    What to do for fun

    There are many things you can do for fun. The movie theater is about a 5 minute drive from campus. There are many plays and Crane concerts on campus that are available to all students. For warmer weather, kayaking, hiking, and camping are all fun to do!
    Clubs and Activities

    There are many clubs you can join on campus. Anything from Spanish club to the outing club.
    Campus Safety

    Campus safety is wonderful. However, I wish there were more lights because if gets really dark sometimes on campus.

  • Lyndi from Elmira, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    potsdam is fun and small college. its a great education and there is plenty of activities to do. the towns people are friendly and main street is with in walking range of the campus.
    Tips for prospective students

    bring rain boots and snow boots! and mattress toppers.
    What to do for fun

    there's a near by park, lehman park, which is on the racquette river. the school provides canoes and kayaks. the student centers puts on movies every weekend with crafts or activities. there's snowball and other dances. you can go to plays put on by the drama department and concerts by crane school of music, which are amazing. and you there's snowboarding and skiing trips, parties when the weather's nice, ice skating, awesome hockey games and really active greek life.
    Bang for the buck

    tuesdays are half off for students at the local theater.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    at the foxy roxy, potsdam and a near by college, clarkson, have a pancake eating competition.
    Great for these types of students

    great for students going into early childhood and secondary education.

  • Briana from Massena, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    with a freindly staff, bright campus, and wide subject range suny potsdam is the perfect school for anyone who is serious about getting their education. while attending, you can get involved with the numerous school organizations, greek life, or sports. all in all suny potsdam is just a really great school for just about anyone.
    Tips for prospective students

    visit the student union for any type of help and get acquainted with the crumb memorial library for all of your academic needs. also don't be afraid to go to your professors for help! all of the educators at suny potsdam i have encountered are beyond able to help you with just about anything.
    Academic Rigor

    the academic work is difficult, but also mentally stimulating. while in attendance, i have been able to broaden my horizons and grasp concepts that i never would have thought possible. i also know that if i ever am in need of assistance with my coursework that i can always get help at the writing center.
    Dorm Life

    the dorms on campus are affordable, clean, and extremely student orientated. they have many floors, are quiet, and are filled with different and interesting people.
    Food and Dining

    the dining experiences at suny potsdam are ones that you will never forget. with just about any type of food you are looking for, you will always be satisfied by what they have to offer.
    What to do for fun

    in potsdam, you can always go bowling, go see a movie, or visit many of the parks close to campus. on campus, you can always go swimming, rock climbing, or play volleyball in maxy hall, or see a play, take an acting workshop, or practice your music in satterlee hall. also a short drive from canada, you can always tour the canadian wilderness!

  • Kyle from Bronx, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    the college is very diverse. the faculty is nice and wiling to help. great professors
    Tips for prospective students

    be prepared to work because the professors are very smart and expect you to work. make sure you are prepared to put in the work and sacrifice some of your free time for school work.
    Dorm Life

    the building are in good condition but pretty old. only some building have thermostat control.
    Food and Dining

    the food is great. it was ranked #2 in the nation.
    What to do for fun

    there is a nightclub on campus named hurley's. there are plenty of groups to join for many different interest. also there are ton of events on campus to attend.
    Clubs and Activities

    there are a ton of clubs to join. many of these clubs hold a bunch of events.
    Campus Safety

    the response time for a fire alarm is very fast. they are there for the students in most cases.

  • Jacob from Potsdam, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    If you pay attention you will learn, teachers are very willing to teach and help you
    Am enjoying being here

    It get's kinda dull eventually, try being active in student groups and activities to prevent that.
    Bang for the buck

    It's a state school so does not cost much at all, unless your in crane.
    Tips for prospective students

    Come here if you want to be a teacher or going for music. most other departments lack funding
    Great for these types of students

    People who want a small town kinda feel but there is still stuff to do. Not to much competition, teachers are very good and willing to help, not hard to get a one on one. Big music department that is demanding and competitive.

  • Joseph from Potsdam, NY

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Am learning a lot

    Great academics
    Am enjoying being here

    Nice atmosphere.
    Bang for the buck

    Reasonable costs.

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